Accidental Hope

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Jennifer visits with founder of Safe2Save App, Marci Corry to talk about passion and purpose. She is devoted to seeing change  in safer driving across the country. In a near fatal accident Marci was grateful to be alive and her faith became stronger. To find more about the Safe2Save Mission and how to get involved please visit, https://safe2save.org/ Want to suppor...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Jennifer talks with mom-blogger and author Sarah Nelson about her devotional, A Perfect Storm. Sarah shares her journey through medical crisis and how in the midst of the storm the Lord is so near. Her thoughtful yet unconventional-style devotional is exactly what your heart might need while walking or recovering from a difficult season.   For more information on S...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Jennifer talks with public speaker and safe-driving advocate Jesse Schrake about the aftermath of his accident. He encourages us to make choices that honor God and the healing power of forgiveness and true identity in Christ. To find out more about the co-authored book with Amanda Watts and Jesse Schrake please visit Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Blessed-Tragedy-A...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Jennifer talks with both the family who lost a child in a tragic accident and the driver responsible. Despite what the world and flesh would want for this situation, God has worked the miraculous. God's supernatural grace has bonded them, suffering may turn your whole world upside down but hope remains when we trust God. Reppard and Summer Gordon have released...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Jennifer visits with her friend Ralinda Fenton and donor recipient Stella Rubens about SWAP living organ donation. Six strangers brought together by blood type and now bonded by sacrificial love. The gift of life is the best gift ever! For more information about organ donation: https://www.kidney.org/transplantation/livingdonors/incompatiblebloodtype. Want to suppo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Jennifer talks with Bridget McCarthy Mom-blogger and founder of Averyday Ministries about heaven is our home, not this earth. She encourages everyone to get out of the pit and live a life of joy God called you to. For more information about her ministry please visit, https://www.averydayministries.com/. Or visit her blog, http://stumblingtowardsperfect.blogspot.com...

Send us Fan Mail This week Jennifer visits with founder of Jesus Said Love, Emily Mills to discuss serving those healing from trauma. She takes us through the process of loving through our own lens and seeking God in an intimate way to sustain the hard and holy work. Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a review! We have also launched a Patreon for those wanting to co...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Jennifer visits with Chris Yaw of ChurchNext to discuss the hope found in community, faith, and friendships. God will give you the strength to get through the most difficult of situations. Hebrews 3:14 Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a review! We have also launched a Patreon for those wanting to contribute with a gift, find more i...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Jennifer and her 16 year old daughter, Katy that was in the accident reflect on the hope and healing from the last four years. They discuss hard truth about trauma in a family, anxiety and the faith. Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a review! We have also launched a Patreon for those wanting to contribute with a gift, find more inf...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Jennifer sits down with a new friend Esther Littlefield, fellow podcaster, speaker and business coach. She shares the tragedy of her father's passing and God's grace and power through her grief. Grace is a gift that is packaged with thorns, it does't come with a pretty bow but it blooms. Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or le...

Send us Fan Mail Continued conversation with Brynn Johnson founder of Raise for Rowyn an organization that helps with financial assistance for families navigating child loss.  Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a review! We have also launched a Patreon for those wanting to contribute with a gift, find more information at Patreon/accidental-hope or our www.accidental...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we hear from Brynn Johnson, Rowyn's mom and founder of Raise4Rowyn non-profit to help families with child loss expenses. She shares her grief journey as hopeful-healing process through God's grace. For more information please visit Raise for Rowyn website and social media to help support this wonderful cause. https://www.raise4rowyn.org/ Want to support t...

Send us Fan Mail Today on the show Jennifer will interview two close friends to share their story in a two part series. Cassie Miller (Part 1) and Brynn Johnson (Part 2) have used the tragedy of an accident involving Brynn's 18 month old daughter, Rowyn to share God's love with hundreds of families through their non-profit Raise for Rowyn. Raise for Rowyn is committed to helping families...

Send us Fan Mail In Part 2 Heidi Easley, founder of Texas Art & Soul and Paint Party Headquarters continues to talk about God's faithfulness through her Father's heart transplant and her own heart surgery. God continues to bless her with her faith-infused business and spreading God's love through art. For more information about Heidi please visit her website and all social media...

Send us Fan Mail In a 2 Part Series Jennifer catches up with long-time friend Heidi Easley founder of Texas Art and Soul & Paint Party Headquarters (PPHQ) to talk about how her biggest failure, a bankruptcy was a setup for God to use her talents to change her story. When she opened up and no longer bound by shame, she began to heal. She attributes her faith, her family's support and art f...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Jennifer discusses the concept of moral injury and Cities of Refuge from the Old Testament with Reverend David Peters. What purpose did these cities serve? How does confession heal our spirit? Rev. David shares his journey of healing from moral injury. Find him on Tik Tok: @davidwpeters https://www.amazon.com/Post-Traumatic-God-Church-Cares-People/dp/081923303X Wan...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Jennifer talks with author and speaker Darin Strauss about his memoir Half A Life. Darin shares his truth, power of time and perspective, his healing journey is truly inspirational and appreciated. If you have not read his work I invite you to,his new book The Queen of Tuesdays in August of 2020 and available for pre-order now.  Want to support the show? Like, shar...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Jennifer talks with Founder David Mills of the Kailee Mills Foundation in Houston, TX. They discuss the calling on their life to share Kailee's story to help save lives. They took their deepest pain and made it purposeful which started with an encounter with God to forgive. To find more information of the incredible work they are doing please visit their websi...

Send us Fan Mail This week we continue the conversation of when motherhood involves trauma, hope to wrestle with faith and keep hope alive. These are women from across the country sharing their journey of beauty from ashes. Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a review! We have also launched a Patreon for those wanting to contribute with a gift, find more information...

Send us Fan Mail Today on Accidental Hope we hear from moms including host Jennifer's mother as they discuss caring for a CADI or walking this trauma along Motherhood. We celebrate the courage and strength of moms in all definitions and forms that applies to you. Want to support the show? Like, share, subscribe, follow, or leave a review! We have also launched a Patreon for those wanting to c...

Send us Fan Mail On this week's episode we celebrate 50 episodes with a message that strikes at the heart of Accidental Hope: mental health issues and the stigma of seeing a professional therapist. Join Jennifer and her guest, Gary Wardlaw who works as a licensed Marriage and Family therapist, as they discuss the importance of relationships in the wake of trauma, practical steps to take and t...

Send us Fan Mail Today on the show host Jennifer sits with 3 friends to discuss healing from racial trauma and reconciliation. First step is we listen, we pray and we praise God for the work to be complete. We are better together, each uniquely made and gifted in the image of God. It is time to heal, time to let go of stereotypes and bias, show compassion and build the bridge. Want to support the...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode Jennifer interviews Tera Elness. They discuss maturing in faith and relationship with God's Holy Word. It's truly a journey - as you fall deeper in love with God you learn to trust Him. As you learn to trust Him your relationship becomes effortless investing in the your life's journey with Him. Tera's practical advice is for such a t...

Send us Fan Mail In this interview Jennifer was humbled to sit and discuss supernatural peace when facing death. Robby is 36 years young and father to five young children and near the end of his race with colon cancer. Robby is passionate for his love for the Lord and family, he wants everyone to know how good God is in all circumstances. Update: Today, July 2, 2020 Robby went home to be with the...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Jennifer shares testimony about depression’s season in her life. She shares authentically about how her hope in Jesus helped her draw nearer to Him and brought strength to her faith. There are many uncertainties in this global crisis we find ourselves in, but there is truth to hold onto - Jesus is Emmanuel, God with us. Her encouragement to you: Hold onto Jesus, He...